Pioneer Park
Pioneer Park Campground is located in northeast Washington on the Pend Oreille River. Visitors enjoy hiking, fishing, boating and swimming. The campground's proximity to the city of Newport provides urban entertainment opportunities as well.
Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table, campfire ring and tent pad. Amenities include vault toilets and drinking water. Gravel parking spurs can accommodate any RV size.
Need to Know
- Bears and cougars frequent the area; keep all food out of sight in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from the area after eating
- Entrance gates are locked from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
- No electric hookups at this facility
- This campground has first-come, first-served sites
- No off-road vehicles allowed
- Click here for more information on Colville National Forest.
- Check out the forest's campground description for specific information to Fish Your National Forest
- Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
SCRS & Recreation.gov policy states we will keep your reserved site until check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. If you haven't occupied it at any time during this period, your reservation is null and void and we will give it to first come first serve folks. Your reservation will be a no show and no refund will be given.
Natural Features
The campground is surrounded by groves of ponderosa pine, white pine, hemlock and grand fir trees, and sits at an elevation of 2,000 feet. Campsites are spacious and shady, with an understory of wild roses and thimbleberry.
Pioneer is situated at the southern edge of Colville National Forest, near the Idaho border. The forest spans 1.1 million acres and encompasses the Okanogan, Kettle River and Selkirk Mountain Ranges.
Nearby Attractions
The city of Newport is conveniently close for a restaurant outing or summer entertainment. Children will enjoy the Little People's Park in town.
Recreation
The Pioneer Park Heritage Trail, a short trail that highlights the history of the Kalispel Tribe, is a favorite attraction in the campground. Twelve interpretive displays are dispersed along the 0.3-mile boardwalk trail, which boasts scenic views of the river below.
Excellent bass and trout fishing can be found in the Pend Oreille River. A boat ramp, picnic shelter and swimming area are located on-site.
Contact Information
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1061 LECLERC RD, S. NEWPORT WA 99156
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 509-447-7300
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From downtown Newport, travel east on U.S. Highway 2 for 0.75 miles. Immediately after crossing the Pend Oreille River bridge, turn left on LeClerc Road and travel 2 miles north to the campground.
Available Campsites
- Site 001, Loop AREA PIONEER, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop AREA PIONEER, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop AREA PIONEER, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop AREA PIONEER, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop AREA PIONEER, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop AREA PIONEER, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop AREA PIONEER, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop AREA PIONEER, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop AREA PIONEER, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop AREA PIONEER, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop AREA PIONEER, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop AREA PIONEER, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop AREA PIONEER, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop AREA PIONEER, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop AREA PIONEER, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop AREA PIONEER, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop AREA PIONEER, Type Standard Nonelectric
